Jonathan True
Summary
Motivated and efficient Transportation Supervisor / Router / Dispatcher / Warehouse and Inventory offering 15+ years of experience in fast-paced foodservice environment. Have a broad background , including customer service and general fleet operations. Manage mileage, fuel, HOS and warehousing. Committed to assisting drivers with questions and resolving issues. Punctual deliveries with excellent interpersonal abilities. I also have 15+ years of experience as a router. I have used Roadnet and Omnitracs systems to route efficiently.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Router / Dispatcher
Sysco Boston
Plympton, MA
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Maintained workplace safety by involving employees in order to maximize engagement and team morale.
- Set routes for optimal deliveries, coordinated driver and staff schedules and assigned out specific tasks.
- Coordinated staff and developed effective routes and schedules to facilitate transportation of 100-125,000 units daily.
- Coordinated with other dispatchers to ensure efficient delivery schedules were met.
- Managed a large volume of phone calls while ensuring accuracy in data entry.
- Maintained logs of all incoming calls and assigned tasks.
Transportation Supervisor / Router
US Foods
Seabrook, NH
09.2016 - 09.2019
- Monitored route performance, identified areas for improvement and provided guidance to drivers on proper techniques for efficient delivery.
- Trained new employees in safe operation of vehicles, customer service protocols and company policies.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations regarding hours of service, vehicle inspection requirements and driver qualifications.
- Analyzed daily shipping volumes, vehicle capacities, and driver availability to optimize routes.
Transportation Supervisor / Router
Cara Donna Provision Co. Inc.
Braintree, MA
10.2008 - 09.2016
- Set routes for optimal deliveries, coordinated driver and staff schedules and assigned out specific tasks.
- Taught new hires how to complete deliveries and logs in efficient and compliant fashion.
- Maintained workplace safety by involving employees in order to maximize engagement and team morale.
- Checked that drivers transported loads securely and in compliance with state DOT laws.
- Coordinated repair and maintenance schedules for all fleet vehicles and associated equipment.
- Senior router using Roadnet
- Managed mileage, fuel, HOS
Manager - Shipping, Receiving, Inventory
Cara Donna Provision Co. Inc.
Braintree, MA
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Trained and supervised shipping department staff, enforcing company policies and industry best practices.
- Updated AS400 system with data such as weights, charges and discrepancies.
- Used equipment such as Electric pallet jacks and fork lifts to move materials regularly.
- Inventoried fresh meat and cheese areas every Monday and addressed discrepancies to maintain inventory count validity.
- Loaded 14-20 trucks nightly
- Followed up on daily checklist of all IPE.
- Assessed current inventories and brought in supplies to keep stock within optimal levels for expected demands.
- Managed day-to-day operations, including supervision and assignment delegation for 20/25 -member team.
- Supervised warehouse personnel to provide operational guidance and ensure optimal inventory control and productivity.
Forklift Driver
Cara Donna Provision Co. Inc.
Braintree, MA
10.2004 - 01.2007
- Used standup forklift to load trailers at warehouse.
- Documented movements using computer tracking systems.
- Performed inventory cycle counts on Mondays basis and recorded information in AS400 system.
- Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Loaded items in optimal manner to maximize work efficiency.
- Replenished pick slots for selectors
- Used equipment such as loaders, hand trucks, forklifts and order pickers safely.
Stock Merchandiser
Costco
Dedham, MA
02.1998 - 04.2004
- Prepared products for sales floor by adding tags and readying pallets or restocking.
- Helped customers complete purchases, including processing payments and bagging items.
- Updated signage to reflect current prices and help promote target merchandise.
- Assisted customers by carrying packages and bags and securing purchases in vehicles.
- Operated forklift to elevate or place merchandise in appropriate areas.
- Removed outdated and overripe items from stock to eliminate health risks.
- Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs.
Education
Structural Woodworking
Blue Hills Regional Technical School
Canton, Massachusetts1994
High School Diploma -
Dedham High School
Dedham, Massachusetts1993
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Certified forklift operator
- Shipping and Receiving
- Leadership
- AS400
- Roadnet
- Omnitracs
- Airclic
- Inventory / Cycle Counting
- Certified on Order Picker
Timeline
Transportation Router / Dispatcher
Sysco Boston
04.2021 - 01.2024
Transportation Supervisor / Router
US Foods
09.2016 - 09.2019
Transportation Supervisor / Router
Cara Donna Provision Co. Inc.
10.2008 - 09.2016
Manager - Shipping, Receiving, Inventory
Cara Donna Provision Co. Inc.
01.2007 - 10.2008
Forklift Driver
Cara Donna Provision Co. Inc.
10.2004 - 01.2007
Stock Merchandiser
Costco
02.1998 - 04.2004
Structural Woodworking
Blue Hills Regional Technical School
High School Diploma -
Dedham High School
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